History Pondered

History Pondered and Explored

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Explore History's world-changing events and people. Discover history, the stories of brutal battles, dangerous rulers and adventure. Find the hidden and thought provoking treasures not found in history books. Hear the adventures and most fascinating, engaging and yet unknown figures that dramatically change the history of the world. Engage with thought provoking world history. The improbable heroes...the overrated heroes...and so much moreTell us what you think at historyoffhand@gmail.com and history pondered on Instagram, X and Threads OR on historypondered.com

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Washington Irving, The Father of American Literature 28.07.2025 42:37

Washington Irving is often recognized as the first American author and influenced authors in America, such as Fenimore Cooper and Edgar Allen Poe, as well as British authors like Charles Dickens.

Stone of Scone Part 2 26.07.2025 17:42

Yet again there is vandalism, breaking and entering and bringing the Stone home. Also yet again, cohost Pink Pinkerton, well, may have hit his head just prior to recording the ep

Stone of Scone (Part 1) the Stone of Destiny 26.07.2025 37:11

The Stone of Scone has an amazing history with great importance to both the Kingdom of Scotland and Kingdom of England. The King of England (and supposed to be for the King of Scotland...by I digress) sit upon the stone when coronated The illustrious cohost Pink Pinkerton of History Offhand really brought his A game (or was it his Z game?) to this particular episode

Ice Hockey Enforcers...formerly known as Goons 25.07.2025 32:38

Just ask #Jaybaruchel about ice hockey enforcers....he has been involved in two movies, including directing one, about these great players. While enforcers are not as prevalent as in the past....there are still those that put on the ice hockey gloves...then take them off to take care of business. What do you think...is fighting in hockey good or maybe not so much #Icehockey #goonsthemovie #jaybaru...

Caligula 25.07.2025 53:16

Was Caligula or "little boots" as bad as you have heard? Find out by listening to this episode of History Offhand #Caligula #Badboy #didhehaveachance #orgies

Midnight Express- Legend of Billy Hayes 24.07.2025 1:01:08

Taking you back to the 1970s in the US. Learn some lessons regarding what not to do, such as trying to smuggle a lot of hashish out of Turkeye. Learn how Billy's family support system might be the real story and his Dad the real hero. Finally, there is a redemption arc for those that like a happy ending

Howard Hughes 24.07.2025 1:45:38

Howard Hughes The history and strangeness of the wealthiest man back in his day. Movies, women, aviation, mental issues. Many questions and many answers. Enjoy the story of Howard Hughes with Roberto and Pink Pinkerton...your erstwhile hosts